What is the key difference between Compabase and SmartDB MCP?

Compabase belongs to the Databases category with cloud HTTP/SSE execution, while SmartDB MCP belongs to the Databases category with local stdio execution.

How do I install Compabase or SmartDB MCP in Claude Desktop or Cursor?

Copy the mcpServers JSON configuration snippet provided on this page into your claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json file and restart your AI client.

Are Compabase and SmartDB MCP free or paid?

Compabase operates under a Free / Open Source model (No auth required). SmartDB MCP operates under a Free / Open Source model (API Key required).

Which MCP server has more tools and community activity?

Compabase lists 32 tools with 1 views and 0 GitHub stars. SmartDB MCP lists 8 tools with 2 views and 80 GitHub stars.

Can I use both Compabase and SmartDB MCP together in the same MCP host?

Yes! MCP hosts like Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, Cline, and VS Code support configuring multiple servers under the mcpServers object simultaneously.

Side-by-Side Model Context Protocol Comparison

Compabase vs SmartDB MCP

In-depth architectural comparison of the Compabase and SmartDB MCP MCP servers. Compare execution transports, security boundaries, tool capabilities, quality scores, and ready-to-paste client installation snippets for Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code.

At a Glance & Executive Verdict

Compabase

Databases · Remote HTTP/SSE

Quality: 52/100 (Good) | Auth: No auth required

SmartDB MCP

Databases · Local stdio

Quality: 57/100 (Good) | Auth: API Key required

Verdict Summary: Choose Compabase if you need specialized Databases tools running via a hosted cloud SSE transport. Choose SmartDB MCP if your workspace requires Databases integration with local subprocess execution. Both servers can be configured concurrently in your client's mcpServers manifest.

Which MCP Server Should You Choose?

Choose Compabase when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Databases domain.
You prefer remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: No auth required (Free / Open Source).
Primary tools included: request_signup, check_signup, list_plans.

Explore Compabase Details

Choose SmartDB MCP when:

You need dedicated capabilities in the Databases domain.
You prefer local stdio subprocess transport architecture.
Your security boundary fits: API Key required (Free / Open Source).
You have access to required keys: DATABASE_CONFIG_FILE, CLIENT_ID, CLIENT_SECRET, ACCESS_TOKEN_EXPIRE_MINUTES, REFRESH_TOKEN_EXPIRE_DAYS, TOKEN_SECRET_KEY, OAUTH_USER_NAME, OAUTH_USER_PASSWORD.
Primary tools included: execute_sql, get_db_health, get_table_desc.

Feature & Specification Comparison

Specification	Compabase Databases	SmartDB MCP wenb1n-dev Databases
Summary	MCP server for 3M+ Polish companies — KRS & CEIDG financials, ownership, and industry search.	A universal database MCP server supporting simultaneous connections to multiple databases. It provides tools for database operations, health analysis, SQL optimization, and more. Compatible with mainstream databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MariaDB, Dameng, and Oracle. Supports Streamable HTTP, SSE, and STDIO; integrates OAuth 2.0; and is designed for easy customization and extension by developers.
Category & Scope

Tools & Capabilities Breakdown

Compabase Tools (32)

request_signup

Send a magic-link email; returns `setup_id

check_signup

Poll until email confirmed; returns `mcp_key` **once

list_plans

Billing plans and limits; then `upgrade_plan

search_companies

Filter KRS companies (name, PKD, city, voivodeship, financials, status, contacts). Up to 50 rows. Does not browse JDG.

count_companies

Count matching KRS companies (same filters, no sort/limit)

get_company

One profile + headline financials for the **latest** filed period

Ready-to-Paste Client Configurations

Paste either (or both) of these JSON server blocks into your client config file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json).

Compabase Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "compabase": {
      "url": "https://compabase.com/api/mcp"
    }
  }
}

SmartDB MCP Configuration

mcpServers (Claude Desktop / Cursor)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "wenb1n-dev-smartdb-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "SmartDB-MCP"
      ],
      "env": {
        "DATABASE_CONFIG_FILE": "YOUR_DATABASE_CONFIG_FILE_HERE",
        "CLIENT_ID": "YOUR_CLIENT_ID_HERE",
        "CLIENT_SECRET": "YOUR_CLIENT_SECRET_HERE",
        "ACCESS_TOKEN_EXPIRE_MINUTES": "YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN_EXPIRE_MINUTES_HERE",
        "REFRESH_TOKEN_EXPIRE_DAYS": "YOUR_REFRESH_TOKEN_EXPIRE_DAYS_HERE",
        "TOKEN_SECRET_KEY": "YOUR_TOKEN_SECRET_KEY_HERE",
        "OAUTH_USER_NAME": "YOUR_OAUTH_USER_NAME_HERE",
        "OAUTH_USER_PASSWORD": "YOUR_OAUTH_USER_PASSWORD_HERE"
      }
    }
  }
}

Frequently Asked Questions

Compabase is categorized under Databases and uses a remote streaming HTTP/SSE transport. In contrast, SmartDB MCP belongs to Databases using local stdio subprocess. Select Compabase when you need capabilities focused on databases and SmartDB MCP when you require tools for databases.

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